1979 Chevrolet Malibu Wheels & Rims
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Your 1979 Chevrolet Malibu—whether you're driving the Base, Classic, Sport, Landau, or any of the other available trims—rolls on a 5x120.65 bolt pattern with a 70.3mm center bore. The factory setup features 14x6 wheels, giving your Malibu its classic stance. ThreePiece.us stocks premium brands like American Racing, Ridler, Vision, and WELD Performance to upgrade your ride.
Every wheel we offer for your Malibu is verified to bolt on perfectly, with fitment options ranging from 14x6 up to 15x8 depending on your preference. Choose from eight quality wheel brands, all shipping free to the lower 48 states. Find the perfect look for your Malibu today.
1979 Chevrolet Malibu Wheel Fitment Guide — What Works & What to Avoid
Your 1979 Chevrolet Malibu uses a 5x120.65 bolt pattern with a 70.3mm hub bore. The stock setup runs 14x6 wheels at 11mm offset. You can go up to 15-inch diameter and step wider into 15x8 if you prefer, maintaining the same offset or adjusting it slightly while staying within safe suspension geometry.
Since only the 5x120.65 bolt pattern fits your Malibu, verify any wheel you're considering matches that spec. The hub bore measures 70.3mm, so use hub-centric rings on any wheel whose bore exceeds that size. Aggressive offsets or overly wide fitments risk rubbing the fender or suspension components, so stick within the compatible range we've listed to keep clearance safe.
Every wheel in our inventory for your Malibu bolts on correctly and ships free to the lower 48 states. We stock American Racing, Vision, Ridler, and Forgestar among our in-stock brands, all verified to fit your classic Chevy.
1979 Chevrolet Malibu Wheel Fitment Specifications
The 5x120.65 bolt pattern determines which wheels physically bolt onto your vehicle, while the 70.3mm center bore ensures a hub-centric fit. The factory equips this vehicle with 14x6 wheels at a +11 offset.
Lug Type
nut
Thread Size
7/16 UNF
Torque Spec
70 ft-lbs
TPMS
No
1979 Chevrolet Malibu Compatible Wheel Sizes
| Wheel Size | Offset Range | Compatible Tires | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14x6 | -18 to +11 | 205/70R14 | — |
| 15x6 | -18 to +10 | 205/65R15, 185/65R15 | — |
| 15x6.5 | -18 to +10 | 205/65R15, 185/65R15 | — |
| 14x7 | -18 to +10 | 205/70R14 | — |
| 15x7 | -18 to +10 | 205/65R15, 185/65R15, 215/65R15 | — |
| 15x8 | -23 to +10 | 205/65R15, 215/65R15 | — |
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Complete Your 1979 Chevrolet Malibu Build
- Chevrolet Malibu suspension — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Chevrolet Malibu brakes — pairs well with a wheel upgrade
- Wheel & tire packages — pre-mounted, balanced, shipped ready to bolt on
- Installation accessories — hub rings, extended studs, TPMS kits, spacers
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